NAME PROFILE
Faron
Derived from the Latin 'Laurentius', meaning 'man from Laurentum' or 'laurel-crowned.' This name carries an air of classic dignity and success, often associated with a person who is both a natural leader and a thoughtful friend.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,472 |
| Gender | Male (19% / 81%) |
| Peak year | 1956 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1953 |
| Most recent | 1985 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English, Latin |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
LA — 33%CA — 23%TX — 16%OK — 14%KY — 14%
Notable People
Lawrence of Arabia (British military officer and diplomat) · Laurence Fishburne (Actor in 'The Matrix') · Lawrence Welk (Musician and television host) · Lawrence Taylor (Professional football player) · Lawrence Ferlinghetti (Poet and activist)
Nicknames & Diminutives
LarryLawrieLannyRenny
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